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In-Home Childcare Teacher Job Description

Job Title: In-Home Childcare Teacher Location: West Pasco Reports To: Owner/Director

Job Summary: We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and resourceful In-Home Childcare Teacher to join our team (Bilingual Preferred) . The ideal candidate will create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children while also maintaining cleanliness and preparing healthy meals. This role involves teaching, engaging in multiage age-appropriate activities, cleaning and sanitizing the childcare space, and preparing nutritious meals to support children's development and well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

Childcare and Education

• Provide high-quality care to children in a safe and nurturing environment.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Supervise children during play, meal times, and rest periods.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and bilingual learning environment.

Cleaning and Sanitizing

• Clean and sanitize toys, furniture, and other childcare equipment daily.
• Maintain a tidy and organized childcare space, including play areas, eating areas, and bathrooms.
• Follow strict hygiene and sanitization protocols to ensure the health and safety of children and staff and WAC.
• Dispose of trash and clean up after activities to maintain a clutter-free environment.

Cooking and Meal Preparation

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks in accordance with dietary guidelines and individual children's needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and food preparation areas.
• Ensure all food safety and handling practices are followed.
• Introduce healthy eating habits through engaging mealtime routines.

Health and Safety

• Monitor children for signs of illness or distress and administer basic first aid as needed.
• Ensure children's safety during indoor and outdoor activities.
• Adhere to state and local childcare WAC regulations and licensing requirements.

Parent Communication

• Communicate effectively with parents about their child's progress, activities, and any concerns.
• Collaborate with families to meet individual children's needs and preferences.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required);
• Early childhood education or related field preferred such as initial certificate, Associate or bachelors.
• Provide Negative TB test so it is verified in merit.
• Completion of required childcare training prior to the first day of work, including but not limited to:
  • Safe Sleep Practices
  • Mandated Reporter Training
  • CPR and First Aid Certification
  • Child Development Basics
  • Must have prior to start day
• Experience working with children in a In-home childcare setting and or Center childcare, teaching, or caregiving role.
• Knowledge of cleaning and sanitizing best practices, especially in childcare settings.
• Basic cooking skills and knowledge of nutrition for young children.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and engage in physical activities with children.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Bilingual skills (preferred but not required).

Skills and Attributes:

Warm, caring, and patient demeanor.

Creative and resourceful in planning activities and solving problems.

Reliable and responsible, with attention to detail.